Experience

TM Geothermal Operations (TMGO)

• Chief Technical Officer

  • Dec 2021 - Present

  • Oversee project consultants and contractors, ensuring timely delivery of required outputs, and act as a liaison between key stakeholders.• Monitor and evaluate the project's design, construction, and schedule, addressing any problems or issues that could impact cost, quality, or timelines.• Ensure compliance with the technical requirements and life cycle expectations of the power plant and steam gathering system EPC contractor.• Manage the project's technical team and review technical submittals from project contractors, reporting to the CEO as needed.• Assess the project contractors' invoices for technical accuracy and advise the CEO on potential contractual, commercial, and technical disputes.• Collaborate with the CEO to maintain strong relationships with clients, shareholders, and lenders, and ensure timely delivery of required reports and notices.• Provide technical support to the head of finance and maintain a positive relationship with the Lenders Technical Advisor.• Meet regularly with the Lender's Technical Advisor staff to discuss project status, progress, and issues.• Ensure compliance with all legislative and regulatory requirements, and facilitate a smooth transition from the construction phase to the operations phase. Show less

• Deputy Chief Technical Officer

  • Jan 2019 - Dec 2021

  • Developed and executed technical strategies and plans, overseeing the procurement of materials, equipment, and services.• Supervised project design and engineering, approving technical documents and contracts.• Managed technical aspects of the project, coordinating efforts among contractors, suppliers, and team members.• Offered technical guidance and support to the project team, providing training and mentorship when needed.• Aided the CTO in overseeing project budget and schedule, monitoring costs, and pinpointing potential cost savings.• Worked closely with the project team to ensure on-time delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards.• Guaranteed project safety and compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. Show less



Luminous Solutions

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting

• Co-Founder and CEO of Luminous Solutions

  • Jan 2017 - Jan 2019

  • Co-founded Luminous Solutions. Luminous Solutions is an affordable, scalable, electricity free solar food dryer manufacturing company. Ideal for spice (including berbere) and herb drying, vegetable and fruit drying. Trials for coffee dryers. • Developing and implementing a business plan for Luminous, including setting financial and operational goals and objectives. • Leading the sales and marketing efforts for the company, including developing and executing marketing campaigns, managing the sales process, and building relationships with customers and partners. • Managing the financial performance of the company, including preparing budgets, forecasting revenues and expenses, and analyzing financial data to identify opportunities for improvement. • Overseeing the production and delivery of the company's solar food dryers, including the management of the supply chain and logistics. • Leading the company's research and development efforts, including upgrades for new applications • Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and partners Show less



Crown Agents USA / USTDA

• Procurement and Energy Support Specialist

  • Dec 2016 - Jan 2019

  U.S. Trade and Development Agency awarded a grant to Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP), Ethiopia's national power generation and transmission company, to provide technical assistance under the Global Procurement Initiative: Understanding Best Value (GPI). Yetem was part of a premium team put together by Crown Agents USA to help EEP achieve value for money in publicly funded energy projects, including those that support President Obama's Power Africa initiative, which aims to increase electricity access in Ethiopia and across sub-Saharan Africa. As the procurement and energy support specialist, he was embedded within EEP Procurement team and provides day-to-day support in coordination with the Senior Procurement Advisor for the project. Tasks involved include: • Collaborated with EEP, PPPAA, and key stakeholders to provide procurement support for publicly funded energy projects, including the Power Africa initiative. • Established working relationships, records management systems, and quality assurance review mechanisms. • Conducted assessments of EEP procurement processes, co-developed the EEP Procurement Manual, and strengthened planning procedures. • Reviewed technical specifications for complex energy projects, prepared Terms of Reference, and established evaluation criteria. • Performed post-procurement award reviews, recommended reporting procedures, and cataloged best practices for utility-scale procurement. • Developed EEP skills in Best Value Procurements and conducted a final assessment of EEP procurement processes. • Designed and prepared final reports and recommendations. Show less



Rostagno srl

• Italy
• Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Country Representative

  • Jul 2015 - Jan 2019

  Commercial developer for Rostagno s.r.l with an emphasis on their Acoustic Division (Sound solutions for home cinema, Theatre, Cinema, office, conference halls, house, hotel) in Ethiopia. Commercial developer for Rostagno s.r.l with an emphasis on their Acoustic Division (Sound solutions for home cinema, Theatre, Cinema, office, conference halls, house, hotel) in Ethiopia.



Herfazy PLC

• Shareholder member of board of directors

  • Jan 2008 - Jan 2019

  • Setting the overall direction and strategy of Herfazy PLC.• Approving major business decisions, such as investments, acquisitions, and financial matters.• Monitoring the financial performance of the company and ensuring that it is meeting its goals and objectives.• Evaluating the performance of the company's management team and providing guidance and support as needed.• Overseeing the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure the company is operating in a legal and ethical manner.• Reviewing and approving the company's annual budget and financial statements.• Representing the interests of the company's shareholders and ensuring that their concerns are addressed.• Attend board meetings and participate in discussions and decision-making processes. Show less

• Project Manager & Energy Advisor

  • Jan 2015 - Dec 2016

  • Oversaw all aspects of 4-star hotel projects, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and coordinating work among contractors and team members.• Developed and implemented construction plans, setting budgets, schedules, and quality standards.• Managed procurement of materials and equipment, both locally and internationally.• Served as an Energy Advisor for facilities.

• Lead Consultant - Construction, Industry, & Energy

  • Oct 2012 - Jun 2016

  • Led Construction, Industry, and Energy sectors, conducting business plans, feasibility studies, and strategic plans for renewable and conventional energy, transportation, and manufacturing.• Offered construction, energy, and manufacturing machinery and equipment advisory for clients seeking partnerships or business links with Italian SME counterparts.• Organized and executed international procurement for hotel furniture, fixtures, and accessories, under the guidance of a renowned senior expert in the hospitality industry.• Managing multi-tasked project: planning, scheduling, leading meetings, coordinating and facilitating, report writing, workload modeling. Show less



Vantage Consultancy

• United Kingdom
• Business Consulting and Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Energy Expert for SSNA- CDKN Project

  • May 2017 - Jan 2018

  • Conducted technical advisory services that explores investment opportunities in the off-grid energy business in Ethiopia • Map the Energy Sector in Ethiopia (off-grid and on-grid prospects) • Map actors in the Energy Sector in Ethiopia • Analysis of further energy development in Hydropower, Wind, Geothermal, Solar, Biomass. • Sub-sector analysis of business models in the off-grid sector: mini-hydro, minigrids, solar, cookstoves among other. • Off-grid and on-grid energy related investment financing, barriers and enablers analysis • Contributed to final report: the Investment Opportunities in Climate and Energy Business in Ethiopia. Show less



Ariesat-Infra Limited

• Kenya
• Construction
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Construction Manager

  • Apr 2014 - May 2015

  • Led technical procurement from design to delivery and managed a team of 42 execution staff. • Prepared regular project status and budget reports. • Supervised construction of 1 MVA, 650 KVA, and 200 KVA 33kv substations. • Procured and executed stabilization units for a desalination plant. • Managed procurement and quality control of 33 kv, 3-phase transmission lines on wooden poles. • Installed and integrated 350 KVA generator backup units. • Executed essential load programs during national grid blackouts. • Designed and executed reticulation infrastructure for property development, including 24 houses, offices, security lighting, and fencing. Show less



Gpower Limited

• Kenya
• Design Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• EPCM Execution and Monitoring Manager

  • Jan 2014 - May 2015

  • Prepared procurement program designs and transmission line product databases.• Developed and monitored EPCM budgets.• Collaborated with engineering staff on design execution.• Managed execution staff and assisted in designing a 1 MVA 33 Kv interconnection scheme.• Recruited technical staff and pre-selected subcontractors.• Developed procurement schemes by identifying national and international manufacturers of medium voltage transmission equipment and auxiliaries.• Managed execution staff and monitored budgets for execution, profits, and subcontracting/consultancy. Show less

• Independent Engineer and Technical Advisor

  • Aug 2013 - Dec 2013

  • Completed and updated design for a 1,400-meter primary interconnection transmission line, primary substation, 1,100-meter secondary transmission line, and secondary substation.• Developed bill of quantities and procurement budgets for all project components.• Created a report guiding the client on the execution of activities and prepared a PowerPoint presentation for submission.

• Energy engineer, direct assistant to managing director

  • Jun 2013 - Jun 2013

  • Reviewed and compared technical drawings of a transmission project (Agro) with the Bill of Quantity provided by Samuel Engineering Limited (US-based engineering company). • Matched Bill of Quantities with product lists from local, USA, and China manufacturers. • Developed budget components to align the previous Agro budget with the current budget and assisted in creating approach strategies for presenting the budget to the Agro Board. • Developed a PowerPoint presentation for the Agro Board. Show less



ALSTOM Grid

• France
• Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution
• 700 & Above Employee

• Researcher

  • Nov 2011 - Mar 2012

  • Investigated various battery technologies and super-capacitors for potential use in energy storage systems, taking into account their technical specifications, performance, and efficiency. • Analyzed the compatibility of these energy storage solutions with power electronics for seamless integration into existing or new energy systems. • Explored potential applications for the selected energy storage technologies, including grid energy storage, backup power solutions, and integration with renewable energy sources. • Identified current trends, opportunities, and challenges in the energy storage market, highlighting the role of batteries and super-capacitors in addressing the growing demand for sustainable and reliable energy solutions. • Compiled findings in a comprehensive report, outlining the most suitable energy storage technologies for integration with power electronics and potential use cases for each. Show less



MTU Maintenance

• Germany
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Powerplant Engineer intern

  • 2012 - 2012

  • Completed Service Bulletin descriptions and quotes for the Sales department at MTU Hannover. • Gathered data from design and maintenance engineering departments to create a mathematical model predicting overhaul or replacement cycles for GE90 engines in Boeing 777 aircraft. • Attended PW2000 familiarization and systems training sessions, focusing on high-bypass turbofan engines used in Airbus 300 series and Boeing 747-767 aircraft. • Prepared a technical review presentation for an Airlines meeting held in September 2012. • Created technical highlight reports for selected MTU customers. • Provided input on a new shop handling guide. • Remodeled the V2500 engine Service Bulletin matrix, making it more user-friendly. • Developed a computerized engineering platform for the PW2000 and PW6000 engines, streamlining information access and management. Show less



Ministry of Water and energy/ Ashegoda Wind farm project

• Engineer Intern

  • Jun 2011 - Sep 2011

  During my experience assisting with the supervision of the first phase of a construction project, I worked alongside mechanical, electrical, and civil engineers on-site, focusing on the following tasks: • Actively participated in the supervision of the project's initial phase, which involved coordinating with various engineering disciplines to ensure efficient progress. • Identified potential challenges and obstacles throughout the construction process, working with the team to address and mitigate them. • Obtained a certification for working at height, allowing me to contribute more effectively to the project and ensuring my ability to safely navigate the construction site. • Developed and compiled the official Project CD, which contained comprehensive information and documentation about the project, catering to various audiences such as clients, investors, and other stakeholders. • Created and delivered multiple presentations to showcase the project's progress, objectives, and achievements, effectively communicating the project's status to interested parties. Show less



Fan Consult

• United Kingdom
• Wellness and Fitness Services

• Junior Consultant

  • 2006 - 2010

  Every summer from 2006 to 2010, worked as junior consultant with the following tasks: - Assistance to the managing director - Writing of company profiles, business plans, strategic plans - Design of a tennis court and mini-golf courses - Design of company projects' cover pages Every summer from 2006 to 2010, worked as junior consultant with the following tasks: - Assistance to the managing director - Writing of company profiles, business plans, strategic plans - Design of a tennis court and mini-golf courses - Design of company projects' cover pages



Ethiopian Mail Service

• Barcode designer

  • Jul 2004 - Aug 2004

  - Design and print of barcodes for the Ethiopian Mail Services - Design and print of barcodes for the Ethiopian Mail Services